Education
Bachelor in Environmental Sciences
The Bachelor of Science course lasts three years. The first two years are devoted to basic studies in the general disciplines of chemistry, physics, biology, mathematics, and information technology, supplemented by fundamental economics and law. From this foundation, students are able to learn more in lectures, practical applications and excursions about the environmental systems – Atmosphere (air), Hydrosphere (water), Pedosphere (earth), and Anthroposphere, as well as land-use in agriculture and forestry. The environmental studies are complemented by courses in social sciences and the humanities as well as technical subjects.
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Master in Environmental Sciences
The Master course in Environmental Sciences provides a high level and broad-based education in the environmental sciences. Furthermore it is designed to enable students to gain experience in handling complex problems and to develop a wide range of work-relevant skills. Students are mentored with the goal of their becoming experts and leaders in diverse settings – universities, research institutions, environmental and planning offices, public services, and also in relevant sections of the banking, insurance and industrial services.
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Weather and Climate Risks (WCR) provides the following course: Climate Change Uncertainty and Risk: From Probabilistic Forecasts to Economics of Climate Adaptation
MOOC A Resilient Future: Science and Technology for Disaster Risk Reduction
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